Trump Greenland tariff threats drive gold and silver to record highs as global markets retreat
President Trump threatened European allies with tariffs over Greenland. This sparked a market rally for precious metals and a decline for equities and the dollar.
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President donald trump of the United States 
USwarned of escalating tariffs on several European countries, including Germany 
DE, on Saturday, January 18, 2026. The threat stems from a diplomatic dispute regarding the potential American acquisition of Greenland from Denmark 
DK. The announcement has triggered an immediate flight-to-safety across global financial markets, with precious metals hitting historic levels and equities retreating on Monday morning.
USwarned of escalating tariffs on several European countries, including Germany DE, on Saturday, January 18, 2026. The threat stems from a diplomatic dispute regarding the potential American acquisition of Greenland from Denmark DK. The announcement has triggered an immediate flight-to-safety across global financial markets, with precious metals hitting historic levels and equities retreating on Monday morning.By 1121 GMT on January 19, Gold Spot jumped 1.5% to $4,662.85 per ounce, having earlier touched a fresh all-time high of $4,689.39. United Statesgold futures for February delivery also advanced 1.6% to reach $4,668 per ounce. This surge follows an exceptional year for Gold Spot, which gained more than 64% in 2025 and has already risen more than 8% since the start of 2026. Investors seeking shelter from geopolitical risks have driven significant volume into the SPDR Gold Trust .
